How To Fix M2168 - Update setting for info structure & copied

M2168 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M2 - LIS: Generating and updating info structures

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Update setting for info structure & copied

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2168 - Update setting for info structure & copied ?

  The SAP error message M2168 typically indicates an issue related to the update settings for an information structure in the context of Material Management (MM) or Sales and Distribution (SD) modules. This error often arises when there is a problem with the configuration of the information structure, particularly when it comes to updating or copying settings.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The information structure may not be properly configured, leading to issues when trying to update or copy it.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may lack the necessary authorizations to make changes to the information structure.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the update from being processed correctly.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or system errors.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the information structure in transaction code MC21 (for creating or changing info structures).
  Ensure that the update settings are correctly defined and that all necessary